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Mazda CX-3 vs Toyota C-HR

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

Overview

SpecMazda CX-3SportToyota C-HRSE
Selected trimSportSE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedelectric
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typegaselectric
Model year20212026

Pricing & market

SpecMazda CX-3SportToyota C-HRSE
MSRP$20,790 (best)$37,000
Lowest listing price$14,901$14,672 (best)
Median listing price$15,391 (best)$41,590
Highest listing price$15,881 (best)$44,470
For sale now251 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMazda CX-3SportToyota C-HRSE
Combined MPG31 MPG (best)—
City MPG29 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG34 MPG (best)—
Combined MPGe—117 MPGe (best)
Electric range—287 mi (best)
Battery capacity—74 kWh (best)
240V charge time—8 hr (best)
Fuel tank12.7 gal (best)—

Performance

SpecMazda CX-3SportToyota C-HRSE
Horsepower148 hp338 hp (best)
Torque146 lb-ft323 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L (best)—
CylindersI4—

Size & capability

SpecMazda CX-3SportToyota C-HRSE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume42.7 cu ft59.5 cu ft (best)
Payload989 lbs (best)—
Curb weight2,851 lbs (best)4,322 lbs
Ground clearance6.1 in8 in (best)
Wheelbase101.2 in108.3 in (best)
Length168.3 in177.9 in (best)
Width69.6 in73.6 in (best)
Height60.7 in63.8 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecMazda CX-3SportToyota C-HRSE
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimMazda CX-3Toyota C-HR
1

Sport

$20,790 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$37,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport

$22,190 MSRP

XSE

$39,000 MSRP

Live inventory

Mazda CX-3 vs Toyota C-HR FAQ

Which is better: 2021 Mazda CX-3 or 2026 Toyota C-HR?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2021 Mazda CX-3 vs 2026 Toyota C-HR on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2021 Mazda CX-3 or 2026 Toyota C-HR?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2021 Mazda CX-3 starts lower at $20,790. Live Mazda CX-3 listings start at $14,901. Live Toyota C-HR listings start at $14,672.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2021 Mazda CX-3 or 2026 Toyota C-HR?
The 2021 Mazda CX-3 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,790).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2021 Mazda CX-3 or 2026 Toyota C-HR?
The 2021 Mazda CX-3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2021 Mazda CX-3 or 2026 Toyota C-HR?
The 2026 Toyota C-HR leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (287).
Which has better horsepower: 2021 Mazda CX-3 or 2026 Toyota C-HR?
The 2026 Toyota C-HR leads on horsepower in this comparison (338).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2021 Mazda CX-3 vs 2026 Toyota C-HR?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-3 (5/5 NHTSA overall).